At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on significant global energy transactions and projects in a dynamic sector.
- Company: Leading international law firm with a focus on energy and natural resources.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting work on multi-billion-dollar projects across Africa and the Middle East.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team making an impact in the global energy landscape.
- Qualifications: 5-7 PQE with strong transactional experience in energy or infrastructure.
A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Corporate Energy Associate (5–7 PQE) to join its growing London team. This is a rare opportunity to focus exclusively on the global energy sector, advising on some of the most significant energy transactions and projects worldwide. The role is not project finance and will suit lawyers with a genuine passion for energy, natural resources, infrastructure and renewables transactions.
The team advises major industry participants, including international energy companies, commodity traders, investors and developers, across oil & gas, mining, power, renewables and energy transition matters.
Recent work has included:
- Multi-billion-dollar energy and infrastructure financings across Africa and the Middle East.
- Cross-border acquisitions and disposals of upstream oil & gas assets.
- Major battery energy storage (BESS) transactions in Europe.
- Strategic joint ventures, concessions and project development arrangements.
- Energy transition and renewable energy investments.
Requirements:
- 3–6 PQE
- Strong energy, natural resources or infrastructure transactional experience
- Background from a Magic Circle, Silver Circle, leading US or recognised energy-focused law firm
- Excellent academics from a leading university
- French and/or Spanish language skills advantageous
Compensation:
- 3 PQE: £210,000
- 4 PQE: £220,000
- 5 PQE: £230,000–£240,000
- 6 PQE: £240,000–£250,000
In addition to a highly competitive base salary, associates are eligible for performance and hours-based bonuses.
For a confidential discussion, please contact nick@nicholas-scott.com.
Senior Associate Lawyer-Corporate Energy in City of London employer: Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires
Join a leading international law firm in London, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to the global energy sector. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, the firm offers competitive compensation packages, performance bonuses, and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and passion for energy and natural resources. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile transactions while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of one of the world's most exciting cities.
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